Rapid City city, South Dakota
Official LSAD Designation: Rapid City city • Census GEOID: 4652980
• Pennington County
Rapid City city is an incorporated city in Pennington County, South Dakota. According to official records from the Census (2025), Rapid City city had an estimated population of 80,589 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Rapid City city (GEOID 4652980).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Rapid City
Municipal
Official Title:
Assistant Finance Officer
Address:
300 6TH ST, STE 2, RAPID CITY SD 57701-5035
County Of Pennington
County
Official Title:
Chairman
Address:
315 SAINT JOSEPH ST, STE 156, RAPID CITY SD 57701-2879
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80,589 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $70,870 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $299,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 55.99 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).